H.R.9694
119th Congress

Epstein Files Transparency Act II

Introduced: Jul 15, 2026Updated: Jul 23, 2026
Introduced in House
Sponsor
Massie, Thomas
Thomas Massie
RKentucky
Summary

Requires the Attorney General to release records related to Jeffrey Epstein and limits the use of legal privileges to withhold information. Allows redactions only when necessary and requires a written explanation for each redacted portion.

Affects the Department of Justice by restricting how it can handle and withhold Epstein-related documents. Increases transparency by making more records public and requiring clear justification for any information that remains hidden.

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Sec. 1
Government Operations
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Government Operations
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